Mechanical Engineering Expert Witness, Trailer Expert Witness
Discover how engineering design analysis revealed critical safety failures in a dump trailer that led to a severe hand injury—and how proper design could have prevented it.
Engineering, Product Development Expert Witness
I recently visited Roaring Springs Water Park in Meridian, Idaho, with my family. It’s an amazing park—not just because the kids love it, but because of how well it’s run. As an engineer who designs amusement rides and other equipment, with a strong emphasis on...
Engineering, Product Development Expert Witness
Unless you are a sadist in a position of authority, you probably don’t like rules. But sometimes rules are needed. No one likes being told that they have to drive slower than they want, but most of us are glad when one neighbor calls the police on another neighbor...
Engineering, Forklift Expert Witness, Trailer Expert Witness
By Loren Sackett Much to my dear mother’s horror, I loved breaking things as a kid. Now, as an engineer, I sometimes get paid to break things—though not as often as I’d like. Recently, Alpine Engineering & Design worked on the development of a product called the...
The Expert Witness Podcast
Podcast Ep 16: Expert witness John Zeirke discusses his path from mechanical engineering to expert witness work, and how investigation and clear communication shape effective opinions.